WW2 D-Day Landing Beaches

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Explore Normandy’s D-Day beaches, honouring Allied troops' bravery and sacrifices during World War II

Visit the historic D-Day Landing Beaches of Normandy, where 150,000 Allied troops courageously stormed the shores on June 6, 1944, marking a pivotal turn in World War II. Gain insights into the immense bravery and strategic planning that characterised Operation Overlord.

This tour takes you to key sites, such as the Pointe du Hoc cliffs, where US Rangers scaled the heights under heavy fire and the Normandy American Cemetery, a solemn tribute to the fallen. Led by a knowledgeable historian, you will delve into the stories of the soldiers and the significance of this monumental event, ensuring a deeply moving and educational experience that honours the sacrifices made for freedom.

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dublin
13.07.2023

Morning Paula,
Thanks for the mail.
I’ll give you a run down now & recommendations:
1. Aer Lingus: brilliant at both Dublin & Düsseldorf. Professional in every way.
2. Coach Company: excellent too. There as scheduled no issues.
3. Accomodation: overall very good quality. Rooms perfect, food good. Would I stay there again ? The answer would be no. Two big rooms sitting idle there after asking could we use one for a quiz. That was poor. No area such at... Read More

D.H. – 2023 Rhineland GL
13.04.2023

The hotel was brilliant and I would stay there again. I could even recommend it for families! The coach was excellent and very comfortable, and Johann was great.

The visits went well. We were late for Montparnasse because of the traffic, so I called them and they were very nice about it. Same for Versailles castle, although we left the hotel really early. They were fine on the phone. Something that got sorted quite well but could have been worse is the fact that we had 3 reservation... Read More

C.M. 2023 Paris GL

Our Sample Itinerary

Day 1: Pegasus Bridge Memorial

Arrive in Paris, meet your coach and transfer to Pegasus Bridge Memorial. Free time to explore for lunch before transferring to your hotel.

Day 2: D-Day Landing Sites : Sword, Juno & Gold

Breakfast at your hotel. Today you will explore the landing areas along the Normandy coast during the initial assault phase, Operation Neptune, including Sword Beach, Juno Beach & Gold Beach. Visit Longues-sur-Mer the WW2 artillery battery that formed a part of Germany’s Atlantic Wall coastal fortifications. Experience the Juno Beach Centre in Courseulles-Sur-Mer documenting the 14,000 Canadian troops that landed on 06th June 1944.

Today you will also visit the Arromanches Landing Museum and Ranville War Cemetery. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 3: D-Day Landing Sites : Utah and Omaha

Breakfast at your hotel. Today explore more of the incredible landing areas along the Normandy coast including Utah Beach & Museum and Omaha Beach. Visit la Cambe German Cemetery near Bayeux and the St Laurent-sur-Mer American Cemetery.

Also, travel to the beautiful Sainte-Mère-Église where in the early morning of 06th June 1944 it became one of the first towns liberated in the allied invasion. Overnight at your hotel.

Day 4: Bayeux & Departure

Breakfast at your hotel and check-out. Visit to the Bayeux Military Cemetery, the largest Commonwealth cemetery of the Second World War in France. The Bayeau Memorial stands opposite the cemetery and bears the names of more than 1,800 men of the allied forces who died in the early stages of the campaign and have no known grave. Enjoy free time in Bayeux with option to see the famous Bayeux Tapestry (bookable & payable locally) before returning by executive coach to Paris Airport for your return flight to Dublin.

  • Return flights from Dublin to Paris including taxes & charges
  • Tour manager, professional historian guide & executive coach transfers
  • 3 nights accommodation in the ibis Caen Centre with breakfast
  • Visit the D-Day Landing Beaches of Omaha, Utah, Sword, Juno and Gold
  • Visit Pegasus Bridge Memorial and Ranville Cemetery
  • Visit Le Cambe German Cemetery, St Mere Eglise and the American Cemetery at St Laurent Sur Mer including the exhibition centre
  • Visit Arromanches Landing Museum and Mulberry Harbour
  • Visit the Utah Beach Museum to learn of the Airborne operations of D-Day
  • Visit Bayeux Military Cemetery
  • Free time for sightseeing and shopping at leisure

Please note all balances are due
10 weeks before departure

  1. Price based on 2 sharing including all airport taxes & charges
  2. Single room supplement €175pp. If you are travelling alone and are willing to share a twin room with another group member of the same sex, we will do our best to accommodate this request although it cannot be guaranteed
  3. Non-refundable / non-transferable deposit of €250pp required at time of booking
  4. Balance due 10 weeks before departure
  5. Price includes 1 standard piece of hand luggage. Checked-in luggage is available to purchase prior to travel – prices may vary
  6. Optional insurance available (terms & conditions apply)
  7. City taxes may apply, payable locally at your hotel
  8. Flights, hotels, taxes, prices & itinerary subject to change

Return flights from Dublin to Paris.

Flight details are to be announced – Email info@gtitravel.ie for more information.

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